1. Career & College Promise New Student Orientation Julie Grahl Program Coordinator julie.grahl@cpcc.edu (704) 330-6223

2. Today’s Topics Core Competencies Academic Calendar Online Resources Student Handbook Campus Services

3. Welcome from our President  Dr. Zeiss, CPCC President  Four Core Competencies 1. Communication 2. Critical Thinking 3. Personal Growth & Responsibility 4. Information Technology & Quantitative Literacy

4. Six campuses to serve our community! 1. Cato 2. Central 3. Harper 4. Harris 5. Levine 6. Merancas

5. Quick CPCC Facts We’re the largest community college in North Carolina Serve over 70,000 students a year Offer 61 degrees, 23 diplomas, and 123 certificate programs 6 campuses, plus WTVI- PBS, City View Salon, & online course offerings

6. CCP & Academic Info

7. CCP Payment Information  Tuition for CCP students is covered by the state of NC for Fall & Spring semesters  Non-CMS students are responsible for student CAPS fee, insurance fees, & books  CMS students are responsible for insurance fees & books  Talk to your CDC about CMS-provided book vouchers  Students are emailed when bills are posted

8. Fall 2015 Academic Calendar  All CCP students must follow the CPCC academic calendar for CPCC courses – you must attend your CPCC classes even if your HS is not in session! August 17 th - Fall classes begin September 7 th - Labor Day Holiday, no classes October 9 th – First short session ends October 12 th -13 th – Fall Break, no classes October 14 th – Second short session begins November 26 th -29 th – Thanksgiving Holiday, no classes December 7 th –11 th – Final Exam period Full academic calendar available @ www.cpcc.edu/calendar/academicwww.cpcc.edu/calendar/academic

9. Your College Transcript Your first class at CPCC starts a college transcript that will follow you through the rest of your academic career – take it seriously! Drops Doesn’t appear on your transcript Must be done by the 10% date for the class Can be done on MyCollege Withdrawals Formally removes you from a course after the 10% mark Must be done prior to the 35% date of the class Appears as “W” on transcript Withdrawal/Fail Received if you fail to attend or complete a course after the 35% date Is recorded as an “F” on your transcript

10. CCP Process for Subsequent Semesters All CCP students must submit required paperwork each semester during which you plan to take a class. CMS students need to meet with their CDC each semester to complete paperwork. Non CMS students must submit the following each semester: 1. CCP Pathway approval form 2. Updated high school transcript (signed) 3. Homeschool card (if applicable) Refer to the CCP website for important deadlines & registration dates for each semester!

11. Family Education Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)  Federal law that governs what student information can and cannot be shared with others  Covered private educational records include:  Academic records  Accommodations  Disabilities  Class schedules  We cannot legally provide this information to outside sources – including your parents  Certain information & requests must be emailed from CPCC student account

12. Online Resources Keeping in touch with professors, the College, and your information

13. MyCollege  Register for classes  Print your schedule  Check grades  Change address  Review transcript  View your Student ID  1098 tax information  Enrollment verification  Priority registration dates  Sign up for Critical Alert

14. Student Email  Powered by Google  Accessed from CPCC homepage  Used for official communication with the college  Professors  CCP coordinator  Critical alerts  Check your email daily  Use calendar to help with time management

15. Blackboard & Moodle  Online learning management system  Organizes coursework for traditional, online, and hybrid courses  eLearning orientations available to help learn how to use these resources  For online classes – log in the FIRST day!

16. Campus Resources ID cards, parking, and resources for success!

17. Student ID Cards  REQUIRED to:  Check out library materials  Use the Testing Center  Use campus computer labs  Use campus fitness centers  Attend the Career Fair  ID is made at Admissions once you register for classes  Replacement IDs are $5.00

18. Parking Decals  REQUIRED for parking at all campuses  One decal works for all campuses  A class schedule & photo ID are required to pick up a parking decal  Can be picked up at any campus’s  Security Office  Cashier’s Office  Go on rear window, driver’s side

19. CPCC Bookstores  Located at every campus (hours vary)  Every book may not be available at every campus  Purchase online, in person, or from an outside vendor  Save $$ by buying used or renting  CMS students – contact your CDC for your book stipend

20. Student Handbook  Governs academic & campus life  Academic Policies  Code of Conduct  CPCC Policies  Safety & Security  You are governed by this document during your CPCC courses  Access online: www.cpcc.edu/student_handbook www.cpcc.edu/student_handbook

21. Campus Security  Security is available 24/7 on CPCC campuses

22.  CPCC’s emergency notification system  Includes text messages & phone calls  Used in emergency situations  Campus closings  Security situations on campus  Sign up online

23. Student Services Making you a successful college student

24. Advising & Counseling Counseling (PCAP)  Stress, grief, depression, anxiety  Struggles with personal relationships  Test taking & study habits  Goal setting  Early alert  Academic intervention  Community referrals Advising  Discuss CCP pathways  Assist with pathway changes  Recommend classes  Meet when on academic warning counseling.services@cpcc.edu

25. Disability Services  Provides academic accommodations & aids to students with documented disabilities  Services include:  Classroom & testing accommodations  Sign language interpreting  Assistive technology  Disability counseling & advocacy  Students must self-identify to Disability Services every semester  Must provide current & appropriate documentation

26. Academic Learning Center  Helps students in 3 crucial areas:  Overcoming difficulties with coursework  Promotion of independent learning  Proactive endowment of students with skills for academic & life-long learning success  ALC is a tutoring center for students at CPCC

27. How to be a Successful Student  Know why you’re here  Be positive  Schedule time for studying!  Use available CPCC resources  Have a plan for success  Let your needs be known  Get to know CPCC faculty & staff  Get to know others

28. Student Success Center First Year Experience Ask your instructor Call the ITS Help Desk Search the CPCC website

29. Area Campus Resources Contact the ESS Director at each campus for questions!  CatoMarla Harris(704) 330-4845  HarperGene Merklein(704) 330-4441  Harris Erin Corbera (704) 330-4628  LevineReggie Pincham(704) 330-4207  MerancasAndrea Abercrombie(704) 330-4175

30. Follow us on social media! @CPCC Central Piedmont Community College

31. Questions? Contact me! Julie Grahl Central High 222 julie.grahl@cpcc.edu (704) 330-6223

32. You orientation is not complete yet! You must complete the New Student Orientation Quiz by copying the below link into your browser and completing the form! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1CFLQ- qhAj1xFJeMK6KVgAHQAxq1sioM7vr7VuhfcEP0/viewform